Over 100 Live Cockroaches Thrown into Famous Restaurant in Taiwan Before Suspect Flees

Police are investigating a man in his 30s who allegedly released over 100 live cockroaches at a popular restaurant in Taiwan before fleeing.

According to Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA) and the United Daily News on August 31, a man dumped a bag containing more than 100 cockroaches near the cash register of a restaurant chain in southern Taiwan's Tainan at noon on August 29.

The restaurant floor was instantly swarmed with cockroaches, sending screaming customers into a panic.

The suspect, estimated to be around 30 years old, was wearing a raincoat, a mask, and a helmet when he entered the restaurant.

He reportedly hurled profanities as soon as he stepped inside.

The restaurant stated that it had not made any enemies or experienced recent business troubles.

The establishment immediately closed its doors, suspended operations, and carried out disinfection and cleaning.

It added that it will take legal action against the suspect and hold him accountable.

Taiwanese police stated that they have already identified the suspect and are currently tracking him down.

They also urged the public, "If a dispute arises, please respond rationally and resolve it through lawful procedures."

The incident has gone viral on Taiwanese online platforms, generating massive attention.

Some netizens left comments saying they were at the restaurant at the time and found the experience terrifying.

(Photo: Screengrab from Hong Kong's Sing Tao Daily, Yonhap News)
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